Glasgow Cosmic rope in Jason Roy for inaugural ETPL season
Glasgow, Aug 11
Glasgow Cosmic on Tuesday announced the signing of England international opener Jason Roy for the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League, strengthening their squad with one of the most explosive batters in world cricket.
Known for his aggressive stroke play at the top of the order, Roy is expected to play a pivotal role in the Cosmic campaign.
The 36-year-old was a central figure in England's white-ball triumphs but has not featured for his country since 2023. But Roy is still a regular in first-class cricket and professional T20 leagues, and his aggressive stroke play at the top of the order is likely to make him a key figure in Cosmic's campaign. South Africa-born batsman has a strike rate of 137 in T20 cricket.
Jason Roy said, "I got very excited when the captain called me to check if I was available, and I was ready. I'm really looking forward to joining Glasgow Cosmic and being part of this exciting journey."
Rashid Ali Khan, team principal & CEO, said, "Jason is one of the most accomplished players of his generation, with a proven record on the biggest stages of international cricket. His experience with England and across global cricket brings exceptional quality, match-winning ability and a wealth of big-game experience to our squad. His signing is a strong statement of our ambition, and we are confident he will make a significant impact on our campaign."
Tansha Batra, co-owner of Glasgow Cosmic, added, "Jason brings immense international experience, proven match-winning ability, and the kind of explosive energy that can define a T20 side. Having a player of his calibre is a fantastic addition to the squad, and we are excited to see him in Cosmic colours."
With Roy's inclusion, Glasgow Cosmic continue to build a formidable squad as they gear up for the much-anticipated debut season of the ETPL, aiming to make a strong statement both on and off the field.
The first edition of the ETPL will have six franchises from Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Netherlands and Scotland and will be played between August 26 and September 20.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Interesting to see European cricket growing with these new leagues. Roy at 36 still has that explosive energy - hope he brings some classic T20 entertainment to Glasgow. Good move by the franchise!
Roy has that aggressive intent which makes T20 fun. But I wonder about the standard of cricket in such new leagues - hope he's not just there for the paycheck. Still, good for the tournament's profile though! 💯
The ETPL seems like an exciting project - six franchises across multiple countries is quite ambitious! Jason Roy's presence definitely adds star power. Especially excited to see how Scottish and Irish fans embrace this league. 🏴🏏
As someone who follows European cricket development closely, this is brilliant news! Jason Roy's strike rate speaks for itself - 137 in T20 is no joke. The league already looks more competitive with signings like this. All the best to Glasgow Cosmic! 🙌
Nice move by Glasgow Cosmic, but I hope they're also building local talent rather than just relying on overseas stars. Cricket in Europe needs grassroots development, not just big-name signings. Just saying, otherwise the league may not last long.
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